Punjabi Americans
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| Significant populations in California, New York, and New Jersey | |
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| Punjabi, English | |
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| Sikhism, Hinduism, Islam | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Indian Americans, Punjabi people |
Punjabi Americans are Americans of Punjabi descent. The Punjabi community in the United States is diverse, encompassing followers of Sikhism, Hinduism, and Islam, and is known for its vibrant culture and significant contributions to agriculture, technology, and cuisine.
History[edit | edit source]
The first significant wave of Punjabi immigrants to the United States occurred in the early 20th century, primarily involving Sikh farmers who settled in California. Since then, the Punjabi American community has grown significantly and diversified into various professional fields.
Culture[edit | edit source]
Punjabi Americans are known for their vibrant celebrations of Punjabi festivals such as Vaisakhi and Lohri. The community has also been instrumental in introducing Bhangra music and dance to a broader American audience.
Notable Individuals[edit | edit source]
- Dalip Singh Saund – First Asian American, Indian American, and member of a non-Abrahamic faith to be elected to the United States Congress.
- Ajay Banga – CEO of Mastercard.
- Har Gobind Khorana – Nobel laureate in Medicine.
- Nikki Haley – Former Governor of South Carolina and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.
- Vivek Murthy – Surgeon General of the United States.
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